Camping Overnight at Airport Parking Lot

Terryallan wrote:

Seriously?:h:R

He's in a van, not a fifth wheel.

I was wondering the same thing after reading the Class B forum this week about the poster who was glad he had his van to use in the LAX parking lot after the shooting shut the place down and his flight was canx.

We live in the boonies and often have to drive three hours and spend the night at Raleigh airport motels before very early departures and after very late returns....just wondering if the van might be an option myself.

PeteCo wrote:
Anyone ever used an airport parking lot to camp overnight, or for several nights while visiting a city? Any problems?

Seems like a great place for a large city since many cities don't have RV parks close-by. Also, public transportation is usually available to take you downtown to see the sights.

Pete
2006 Roadtrek 210P

Seriously?:h:R

When visiting London ...I park and sleep at Luton airport..no problem
I also stayed at Liverpool airport & Newcastle airport
I keep a low profile and blinds shut

Most airport parking lots are fairly expensive, and not very quiet at night. Yes there will be travelers all night long.

I would rather be at a Home Depot, or a local Church, unless it is Saturday night, I don't like getting blocked in on Sunday mornings. A Jr. High school is pretty quiet most Saturday nights.

Try this website. FreeCampgrounds.com They list free places to dry camp, or nearly free. Some are a parking lot for a tire shop, but the ones I like best are BLM lands, or Federal Parks that can be free.

Fred.

I've thought about it, but I'd check to see if there are any overnight restrictions. I'm sure some airports have security that bristles at the thought of people staying in their parking lot. It can't hurt to make sure the parking is a surface lot, and you are not stuck on a one way road into a garage (well, unless you want a convertible that is.)